1
as in provisions
substances intended to be eaten
a simple, little restaurant with excellent food
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2
as in nourishment
something that maintains or stimulates the intellect
a fascinating, highly readable book that will serve as brain food for those long winter evenings
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Recent Examples of food
Peanut allergy is one of the most common food allergies, affecting more than 2% of US children, with a similar prevalence in the United Kingdom, where Lack was practicing.
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Meg Tirrell, CNN Money, 3 Nov. 2025
In-demand items include shelf-stable, low sodium and high protein foods, county staff said.
—Mary Ramsey, Charlotte Observer, 3 Nov. 2025
Others said there was no food at the schools and facilities used to shelter them.
—Nora Gámez Torres, Miami Herald, 3 Nov. 2025
For gospel icons Karen Clark-Sheard and Kierra Sheard-Kelly, the magic of Christmas is found at the family table, where food, faith, and love come together in perfect harmony.
—Essence, 3 Nov. 2025
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Meg Tirrell, CNN Money, 3 Nov. 2025
In-demand items include shelf-stable, low sodium and high protein foods, county staff said.
—Mary Ramsey, Charlotte Observer, 3 Nov. 2025
Others said there was no food at the schools and facilities used to shelter them.
—Nora Gámez Torres, Miami Herald, 3 Nov. 2025
For gospel icons Karen Clark-Sheard and Kierra Sheard-Kelly, the magic of Christmas is found at the family table, where food, faith, and love come together in perfect harmony.
—Essence, 3 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for food
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But the measure stalled in the Senate, where Democrats have demanded provisions extending Affordable Care Act insurance plan subsidies that will expire at the end of the year, causing premiums in ACA plans to soar.—
Jessie Opoien,
jsonline.com,
7 Nov. 2025
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The court overturned a previous ruling that had voided military trials of civilians and restored contentious provisions of the Pakistan Army Act that permitted such trials.—
Rafia Zakaria,
Time,
6 Nov. 2025
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Projects to fortify the beaches near the Outer Banks, including beach nourishment and jetty repairs, are scheduled for 2026, ABC Raleigh-Durham affiliate WTVD reported.—
Julia Jacobo,
ABC News,
29 Oct. 2025
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This balm features a Monoï Hydrating Complex (a blend of coconut oil and gardenia extract) that provides lips with lasting softness, while squalane, jojoba seed oil, and pomegranate flower extract boost moisture and nourishment.—
Lily Wohlner,
Allure,
29 Oct. 2025
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Dale responds with a Jim Thompson quote that may as well be the first bread crumb in this whole investigation.—
Amanda Whiting,
Vulture,
5 Nov. 2025
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An artisanal loaf of bread will set you back more than Wonder Bread.—
Nicholas Florko,
The Atlantic,
4 Nov. 2025
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Mousseau said feeding people is not only about providing sustenance but also an important part of tribal culture.—
The NPR Network,
NPR,
4 Nov. 2025
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The Weld Food Bank serves 1,700 people a day through an emergency food box program and delivers sustenance to 600 homebound seniors every month.—
Elizabeth Hernandez,
Denver Post,
16 Oct. 2025
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According to a report by CBS News, the lions eat about an equivalent of three cows’ worth of meat each week, and the facility is running low on supply.—
Staff Author,
PEOPLE,
6 Nov. 2025
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To keep coyotes out of yards, the human society advises people to secure garbage cans, and dispose of food waste that might be attractive to wild animals, like meat and cheese, with a small amount of ammonia in the garbage bag.—
Kelli Arseneau,
jsonline.com,
6 Nov. 2025
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This creamy take on chicken noodle soup will be your family's new favorite comfort meal.—
Phoebe Evans,
Southern Living,
2 Nov. 2025
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Thought to be named after Japan’s Mount Fuji by genre pioneer Alhaji Sikiru Ayinde Barrister in the 1960s, fújì took cues from the wéré music played during Ramadan to wake and entertain Muslims for the Sahur meal before dawn.—
Mankaprr Conteh,
Rolling Stone,
2 Nov. 2025
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Later, back on land, the couple dined at a table overlooking the Miami River, noshing on Greek fare and dancing until late night.—
Madeleine Marr,
Miami Herald,
3 Nov. 2025
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The vibe at Terrace, which has both indoor and outdoor seating and spotlights Italian fare, feels a touch more formal.—
Jacqui Gifford,
Travel + Leisure,
31 Oct. 2025
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Growing up, Ford is what put bread on our table.—
Jamie L. LaReau,
USA Today,
2 Nov. 2025
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When springtime rolls around, Chocolate Chick Cake should be on the dessert table.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
2 Nov. 2025
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“Food.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/food. Accessed 8 Nov. 2025.
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